Morocco’s youth take Gen Z protest demands to the polls
Young candidates hope the election can turn youth frustration into political participation.
Rabat, Morocco – Nearly a year ago, environmental entrepreneur Hamza El Kharroubi was protesting in the streets. This week, the 28-year-old is campaigning for a seat in parliament.
Doing political canvassing in Tetouan, El Kharroubi says he is cautiously optimistic that more young Moroccans will win seats in parliament this year.
He founded the Environment and Sustainability Party, seeking to channel growing youth engagement into formal politics.
“For me, this is the politics worth betting on: giving young people not just a place in the front rows during campaigns, but a real place in the debate, in decision-making and in taking responsibility,” he said.